We Greet the New Year with Happiness, Events, and Undertakings Melanie Einbund At the special invitation from Rabbi Price, we welcomed Rabbi Sanford Seltzer, Emeritus, to our pulpit once again! Rabbi Seltzer spoke at our Shabbat Services on Dec. 19. A scholar par excellence, Rabbi Seltzer shared his thoughts with us. Honoring our 29 new…
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January 2026, Features
Master Gardener – January 2026
Growing Citrus at High Elevation The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 1 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Drive, Oracle, AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation “Growing Citrus at High…
January 2026, Features
Being Open
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart How you cope with unexpected problems and frustrations can easily be the difference between living a good life and living an unhealthy one. If you choose unhealthy coping mechanisms like avoidance or denial, for example, you can quickly turn a tough situation into a tragic one. And, sadly, this is a common…
January 2026, Features
Half Iron-Man Success!
Francois Brault Margaret Valair, SaddleBrooke winter resident, age 67, competed in La Quinta 70.3 on Dec. 7. A Half Iron-Man event (commonly referred to as a 70.3) consists of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run (total distance of 70.3 miles). The event must be finished in 8-1/2 hours, with various…
January 2026, Front Page
Italian Heritage Club to Host Inaugural Event
SaddleBrooke is about to get a little more dolce vita. We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the SaddleBrooke Italian Heritage Club and our inaugural event on Jan. 24. All residents with Italian roots and their spouse/partner are warmly invited to join and attend. This first gathering is all about connection, celebration, and…
January 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings Celebrates Winter
Dawn A. Walker SaddleBrooke Winds and Strings (SBWS) ended 2025 with our Whimsical Winter Concert on Dec. 20. If you missed out, here are upcoming opportunities to hear our community ensemble: March 8: Vista de la Montana United Methodist Church, 2 p.m. April 18: DesertView Performing Arts Center, 6 p.m. You can hear the winter…
January 2026, Generals
Come Sing with Voices in the Oaks in our 10th Anniversary Season
Lu Legel Do you enjoy singing but aren’t sure where or how to find a group? Sing in the car or shower and are ready for prime time? Did you sing years ago and are a little rusty? We would love to connect with you, because we are looking for singers to join us. Voices…
January 2026, Generals
Unit Happenings – January 2026
Unit Four Holiday Open House Connie Kotke On Dec. 5 more than 60 residents in Unit 4 gathered at the home of Linda Holt for another successful Holiday Open House. This is the third year in a row that Linda has graciously hosted this well-attended event, and we appreciate her generosity. Stepping into the front…
January 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Community Outreach Happenings – January 2026
SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch Residents Walked for Kids Nancy McCluskey-Moore The SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) Walk for Kids was held at 9 a.m. on Nov. 8. Walkers, wearing their “Walk for Kids 2025” T-shirts, completed either a long walk around Ridgeview Boulevard or a shorter, approximately one-mile walk. Tables were set up along both routes…
January 2026, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – January 2026
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network: Monthly Pet Donation We are now into our winter hours through April. Drop-off hours are 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Drop off items at the SaddleBrooke One bocce courts, 64500 E. SaddleBrooke Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85739. Our various pet charities are always in need and are always thankful for your donations. Please…